4 Ways Commercial Flooring Improves Productivity

Many people don’t know this, but commercial flooring can have a huge impact on productivity in the workplace. In fact, studies have shown that an office with professionally fitted floors is 20% more productive than one without! This blog post will explore four ways commercial flooring improves productivity and why it’s important to consider installing new flooring if you want your employees to get their work done faster. 

Our team here at QC Commercial Flooring has worked in the industry for a number of years and during this time we have fitted countless commercial floors for business owners across the UK. Our team has put together this list of 4 ways productivity is improved when you have perfectly fitted flooring. 

Our 4 ways commercial flooring improves productivity are; 

Quiet Workspace 

It has been proven in many studies done over the years that noise and disruption can have a massive negative impact on working and the productivity of your workforce, in turn affecting performance and achievements. High levels of noise can impact health and wellbeing as well, meaning it is always best to have a calm and quiet workspace for your team. One of the biggest factors of noise disruption in a workplace such as an office is high heels on laminate or wooden flooring. This is why we recommend carpet for workspaces that have ladies in heels or rolling chairs, minimising the noise pollution in the office is crucial to an effective day. 

Commercial carpets reduce noise in the workplace by 80% compared to hardwood or hard surface alternatives. Carpeted floors allow for your team to concentrate more and not feel the need to talk loudly over chairs, shoes and other items moving along the floor. Having a carpet also absorbs sound, which enables for a calm environment, increasing staff health levels and also productivity. 

Creative Work Practices

More and more frequently, workplaces are looking for more innovative ways for their employees to work, rather than just being stuck at a desk on a chair that is bad for posture. One of the main crazes to appear from this is active workplace solutions. Increasing staff wellbeing in the office or workplace is crucial to getting high-quality work, performance-driven companies have been using techniques such as standing desks and some taking it even further to allow for walking desks to be installed. 

Known as activity-based working (ABW) employees have begun utilising the option for active working styles rather than the traditional sit at a desk 9-5. The downside to this is that more people will be moving around the office or workplace. Having commercial flooring such as carpet allows for this activity to take place without any further disruption. Commercial flooring is a design element of your workspace that needs serious consideration. 

Calming Environment

When it comes to the design element of your office space or workplace, the flooring you choose is one of the most important decisions you will make. From the material you choose, such as carpet, wood, laminate and also the colour. It is important to have the right flooring to maximise productivity and also the wellbeing of your staff, having an aesthetically pleasing workplace helps keep tensions lower and reduces stress levels. 

Going for a natural colour scheme or nude colours is one of the best options you can go for, sometimes choosing a really vibrant bright colour can be distracting and off-putting for your team. It is always important to add a pop of colour which we recommend doing through hanging things off the walls or having coloured chairs, but the flooring should be neutral and also practical. 

Workplace Comfort 

Most of us have been in the position where we are stuck in a hot stuffy office or workplace, reducing our productivity dramatically. Companies focus mostly on air conditioning and window placement, but if you think about the flooring option you choose it will make a huge impact on your workplace comfort. 

One of the best commercial flooring options is carpet tiles, laid properly they can act as effective insulators, ensuring your workplace remains at a constant temperature all year round, keeping your office manageable no matter the weather.

Contact QC Commercial Flooring Today 

We hope you’ve enjoyed reading about the benefits of commercial flooring. We know that it can be an investment, but if your business is looking to improve productivity and positively affect employee morale, then investing in a new floor may just be what you need! If you want help deciding between various types of floors or are wondering how much installation would cost for a particular type of flooring at your property, contact our team today. 

Our commercial flooring experts will take into account the specific needs of your business as well as provide free quotes so there’s no commitment on your part. And don’t forget to share this article with other businesses who might benefit from learning more about their options when it comes to buying commercial flooring, QC Commercial Flooring should be the only team you get in touch with. We look forward to speaking to you today.